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William Beckford
About
English politician and slave owner (1709–1770)
Quick Facts
- Name
- William Beckford
- Born
- 1709
- Died
- 1770-06-21
- Occupation
- politician / businessperson / plantation owner
- Citizenship
- Kingdom of Great Britain
- Birthplace
- Jamaica
Relationships
Spouses & partners
- SpouseMaria HamiltonFrom 1756-06-08
Family
- FatherPeter Beckford
- MotherBathsuba Hering
- SiblingJulines Beckford
- SiblingElizabeth Howard, Countess of Effingham
- SiblingRichard Beckford
Dates reflect listed records; an unspecified end date does not establish current status.
Education
- Westminster School
Languages
Spoken, written or signed
- English
Sources & Credits
Wikidata · Q333240 ↗
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